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Gun Control in the United States, 2004.
This paper stresses the importance of the legal issues surrounding the debate over gun control in the United States.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper discusses that the argument for or against various forms of gun control in the United States hinges on the Second Amendment of the United States Bill of Rights, which definitely provides a right to bear arms; however, the exact context and act of bearing these arms have come to the forefront of the debate. The author points out that the decision in the only modern U.S. Supreme Court case "United States v. Miller" (1939), which directly addressed the reach of the Second Amendment, indicates that the Second Amendment has to be interpreted with some leeway and not literally. The paper relates that the Second Amendment leaves room for question, which so many passionate gun rights and gun control activists so confidently assert.
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"What exactly do gun rights activists and gun control activists say? Gun rights advocates believe the Founding Fathers guaranteed our security with the right to defend ourselves, our families and our country. The main gun rights organization is the National Rifle Association. The NRA attempts to describe the debate as those who believe in the Second Amendment, versus those who do not. They claim the Founding Fathers guaranteed this freedom "because they knew no tyranny can ever arise among a people endowed with the right to keep and bear arms.""
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The United States and the Machine-Gun, 2002.
Looks at America's use of weapons during the First World War.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 71.95
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This paper examines the inability of the United States to take advantage of the Machine-Gun technology during WWI. This paper, as well, traces the events prior to the United States entering the war and the situations they encountered.
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Gun Control, 2002.
This paper discusses gun control in the United States and many other countries.
1,105 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 56.95
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This paper explains, compares and evaluates gun control in the United States, Netherlands, Great Britain, Switzerland and Japan. The author concludes that in the United States guns are so much a part of the culture that gun control alone is not enough. The United States must combine sensible gun laws with efforts to change the culture that values easy access to guns for gaining personal power.
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"The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution says,
?A well regulated militia, being necessary for the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.? The United States Constitution was completed in 1787, not long after the citizens of the newly-formed country had formed militias, taken up their personal arms, marched to war, and won a revolutionary war to create one of the most powerful and influential countries ever seen. It is hard to imagine our Constitution being written without that amendment, given the times in which it was written."
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Gun Control and Gun Trafficking, 2008.
This paper examines the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking.
2,050 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 17 sources, APA, AU$ 94.95
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In this article, the writer researches the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking in an argumentative style of work with the goal of persuading a college-educated audience of the consequences of tighter gun control. The paper uses a supply and demand argument such as in the case of alcohol and prohibition and the current issue of illegal drugs versus legal drugs. The writer concludes that gun control does not deter crime and it is just as clear that gun control has not slowed down the trafficking of guns but in fact research shows just the opposite effects of gun control. The writer maintains that there are several provisions within the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights that are not cohesive with gun control laws and that the citizens of the United States must take issue through contacting their senators and representatives concerning gun control legislation in the future.
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Background
Legislation Relating to Gun Control
U.S. State Department Report
Opponents to Gun Control
Summary and Conclusion
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"This convention confirmed that 40% of individuals are gun owners presently. The convention notes that study findings show that the murder rate in New York City was not shown to go up or down with the rate of murders in which guns were involved. Guns are more expensive to own in Los Angeles than in New York City however, the proportion of murders with guns was much higher in Los Angeles than in New York City. The argument is presented by panelist Roth that gun violence is not necessarily deterred through low ownership of guns. The work of Koper reports that federal regulations that require gun dealers to report sales involving multiple guns is advisable and helpful in tracking down gun traffickers. Also reported is that laws restricting gun purchases in specific time periods is also effective in deterring gun crimes."
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Gun Control, 2002.
This paper argues in favor of the support of the introduction and passage of federal gun control legislation in the United States.
1,950 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 91.95
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This paper examines the issue of gun control and whether or not federal legislation will help curb the availability of guns that have lead to an explosion of violence across the country. The author argues that the lack effective legislation that oversees the distribution and monitoring of guns has lead to an explosion in the crime rates over the past two decades. The author presents some of the arguments on both sides of the issue with the help of crime rate statistics and political testimony given on Capitol Hill from the period after September 11. The paper also examines Second Amendment rights regarding the right to bear arms and analyzes some of the different arguments that have been presented that can be transferred to the issue of gun control. The paper also presents some discussion of the NRA, including a short history, its policy goals and record of increased involvement in the shaping of any and all policy regarding guns in the United States. The author sharpens their argument against gun control through a discussion of the fact that terrorist handbooks often note how easy it is to acquire weapons in the United States.
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"It would use a Canadian technology called IBIS (Integrated Ballistics Identification System), currently used by 233 local law?enforcement sites around the United States, to produce a 360?degree photographic image of the bullet or shell casing. The software then would translate the picture into a digital signature, which could then be compared with other crime?scene evidence. If a national database were created, bullets or casings recovered from a crime scene could then be traced to the point of purchase, which would give detectives new leads. The databases that exist are quite small because only two states??Maryland and New York??require handgun manufacturers to fire the weapons and record the signature. When critics point out that the current database has solved no crimes and so such a system should not be implemented any more widely, they are obfuscating the issue just as they do when they say gun control in one or two states has not stopped crime. What is needed is a national solution so such arguments would be sown up for the falsehoods they are (Alter 41)."
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Gun Control, 2004.
This paper discusses gun control in foreign countries as examined on a site published by the NRA-ILA, which examines gun control legislation and its subsequent impact on crime in countries, such as the United States, Japan, Switzerland, the UK, and German
1,315 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper explains that the NRA-ILA site indicates strict firearms legislation does not necessarily correlate with a reduction in crime rates; rather, the more severe firearm legislation, the greater incidence of crime. The author points out the site suggests that, in countries where authoritative governmental systems seem to dominate, stricter legislation is generally more often enacted. The paper states that, in countries where strict gun legislation is enforced, private sellers have less opportunity to make money on the firearms business than in countries where legislation is weaker.
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"The study also suggests that that generally, foreign countries having less restrictive firearms laws witness lower crime rates, when compared with areas of the U.S. that have strict gun control legislation and subsequent higher crime rates. According to the report also, in Switzerland, many citizens actually are in possession of fully automatic rifles within their home, yet the abuse of military weapons is generally considered rare (Halbrook, S. ?Target Switzerland.? Library of Congress, pp. 183-184). In fact, the Swiss own in general more than two million firearms and generally shoot ?about 60 million rounds of ammunition per year? (NRA-IRA, 2001). Japan is an example however of a country where strict gun control legislation is has been enacted yet the crime rate remains high, suggesting that legislation alone may not be to blame for crime rates in general."
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Gun Control, 2002.
A look at both sides of the gun control issue in the United States and an argument against gun control.
3,240 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 136.95
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Gun control is a heated issue in political, social and religious circles. The paper discusses the philosophies and arguments of both camps. It describes how those who favor gun control claim it will stop the senseless murders which are on the increase in American society. The paper argues that although gun control looks good in theory, there are many reasons why it is not a plausible idea such as the fact that it is undemocratic and it will not remove the guns from the hands of criminals. The paper particulary focuses on the way that the issue of gun control has becoming so political in nature over the years.
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"Gun control proponents have on their side the funding of many environmental groups while the anti gun control camp has the power and funding the National Rifle Association behind them(Cannon, 2000). The teams square off in many arenas including political, educational and moral debates. The Million Mom march was about guns as have been the national rallies held by the NRA at key political times in the nation?s history. Each side provides celebrities to help their cause(Cannon, 2000). The NRA has famed actor Charlton Heston who was president of the club for several years and traveled the nation speaking out against gun control, while the gun control advocates have Rosie O?Donnell on their side. Great controversy arose when it was discovered that O?Donnell, has hired and armed body guards for her three children(Cannon, 2000). She promotes gun control however, from the standpoint that the body guards are trained and licensed in the operation of weapons not to mention registered. Regardless of which side one is on in the debate there are points to be won for everyone. When all is said and done however gun control goes against everything this country stands for and therefore would be a mistake of tremendous magnitude(Cannon, 2000)."
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Gun Control Problems in America, 2002.
An examination of the controversial issue of gun control problems in the United States and legislation regarding this matter.
1,950 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 91.95
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This paper provides a history of the development of gun control in the United States starting with opinions of the founding fathers. It examines the causes of the gun control problem, mentioning certain cases that sparked the debate. The paper also looks at legal and social effects of the gun control - advantages and disadvantages. Recent developments and suggestions for how to change this reality are presented at the end of the paper.
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"The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution states: "A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed." The Founding Fathers included this in our Bill of Rights because they feared the Federal Government might coerce the population if the people did not have the means to defend themselves as a nation and as individuals. Many years later, we began placing restrictions on the right to keep and bear arms. The first restrictions concerned the manner in which citizens could carry arms. In 1850, the Louisiana Supreme Court ruled that the foundation did not grant the right to carry a concealed weapon although earlier court cases had ruled that the constitution did protect the right to carry concealed weapons. Shortly before the Civil War, some southern States passed legislation denying slaves and freed blacks the right to possess firearms."
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Gun Control, 2002.
An argument for increased gun control in the United States.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 51.95
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This paper will discuss gun control and why we should have more laws protecting people from guns in this country. This study will show the forces that oppose gun control and an argument for more protection in gun control will be shown through the analysis provided. By presenting both sides of the argument, a better understanding of what gun control is needed will be understood.
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Gun Control Laws, 2007.
An argument in favor of tightening gun control laws in the United States.
1,309 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the controversial topic of gun control in America. It explains the argument that gun control will save lives and keep guns out of the hands of criminals and gangs. It then presents the other side of the debate, that the Second Amendment of the Constitution guarantees the right to own guns, and that control is anti-American. The paper concludes that tighter gun control laws are necessary and discusses how to achieve these laws.
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"Recently, ABC World News Tonight reported on gang violence in Palm Beach, Florida, an upscale retirement community in South Florida. Gangs have taken over much of the city, and they use automatic weapons to maintain control. Reporter Pierre Thomas says the Palm Beach Police Department faces enormous firepower in attempting to deal with these gangs. He notes, "His [the Palm Beach Police Chief's] department routinely faces enormous firepower on the streets they patrol, and a majority of the shootings are from assault rifles and AK-47s, which are easily hidden from plain view" (Thomas, et. al). In one shooting in January, an 8-month old baby was killed in her car seat during a drive-by shooting where over 30 rounds were fired (Thomas, et. al). Palm Beach is not an isolated community. The Brady Campaign notes, "In 2002, nearly 8 children and teenagers, ages 19 and under, were killed with guns everyday" ("Firearm Facts"). Gangs are routinely becoming involved in organized crime activities such as drugs and prostitution, and they use their high-powered weapons to intimidate victims and maintain control over other rival gangs."
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Gun Control Laws, 2004.
An analysis of the need for more sensible gun control laws in the United States today.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 76.95
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This paper provides an overview of the Second Amendment and gun control in the United States. The paper presents arguments in support of more sensible gun control legislation. An assessment of current and future trends is followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"It is also important to point out that when the Second Amendment was enacted, the militia represented the state's exclusive instrument of armed force. "Police forces did not exist until the early nineteenth century" (Bogus 486). The ASA also notes that after the Civil War debates in Congress regarding the nature of citizenship affirmed the need to protect the individual right of African Americans in the South to keep and bear arms for self-defense. Today, ASA argues that the individual right to keep and bear arms guaranteed in the Second Amendment is not absolute, just like the First Amendment rights of freedom of speech and assembly. "Unlike some other gun rights organizations, ASA believes reasonable people may have genuine differences of opinion regarding the application of the right of gun ownership, thus leaving the door open for "sensible gun laws" that are constitutional" (Cutter 2)."
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Costs and Benefits of Gun Control, 2002.
Analysis of the economic costs and benefits of gun control and comparsion of the the arguments both for and agains gun control.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 103.95
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This research paper examines and analyzes the economic costs and benefits of gun control in the United States. The positions of gun control advocates and the gun lobby are compared and conclusions reached accordingly.
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Gun Control: The Root of the Problem, 2001.
The following essay discusses the root of the gun control problem in the United States today.
5,180 words (approx. 20.7 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 188.95
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This paper looks at the causes and reasons behind armed conflict in the streets of our cities, making reference to several examples of armed violence. The writer contends that gun-control is not the answer to the nation's ills. The writer suggests that stricter gun control laws are the result of unsubstantiated fears, promulgated by the mass media. Finally this paper suggests that guns are the scapegoat for all human ills.
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"We do not have all of the answers to suicide, murder, and teen violence, but it is clear from the statistical proof that gun control is not the answer. We need to look at the reasons why people are compelled to do these things. Before the invent of gunpowder, there was still suicide, murder and teen violence. Perhaps the answers to these dilemmas lie somewhere deeper inside us. Perhaps the answer lies in our ability to love one another, instead of blaming guns for the hatred within."
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Gun Control, 2004.
A look at gun control laws in the U.S. and why they remain so weak in spite of strong support for gun control.
2,938 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 150.95
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This paper addresses the question as to why the federal and state regulatory regime on guns remains so weak even though most American consistently and decisively support stronger national gun control laws. The paper considers the question in the context of single-issue voters and the historical background of the Second Amendment.
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Gun Control, 2005.
An examination of the controversial issue of gun control. The writer takes an anti-gun control stance.
1,761 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper argues gun control is a law that should exist to some extent, but that should not violate the right, as set out by the U.S. Constitution, to bear arms. It explains that there is no evidence proving that gun ownership increases the likelihood of any crime or accident if the gun is stored and used properly.
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"There exists a long-running debate concerning the question of whether owning a gun increases the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime, committing a crime that one would not otherwise have committed, or that household ownership of a gun increases the likelihood of death due to accident or suicide. Different studies have returned different findings and conclusions and it leaves one wondering exactly what the truth is and exactly what one should believe when contemplating possible gun purchase and household ownership of a gun."
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Gun Control, 2002.
The paper discusses the concept of gun control and contends that one's own personal responsibility with firearms is far more important than gun control legislation.
1,024 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 53.95
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The paper examines two articles, one from a pro gun standpoint, contending that to own a gun one must be responsible for the use of the weapon. The second article looks at the history and reasons behind the creation of the Second Amendment to the Constitution and also lists empowerment and responsibility among reasons for gun ownership. The paper concludes that education is paramount in publicizing the advantages and dangers involved in gun ownership.
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"Gun control is a heated topic in both American politics and in civil discourse throughout the nation. The issue has had a profound effect on lobbyists and on the general public. Issues revolving around gun control and the constitutionality of both new and old laws constantly see media attention. Every time there is a school shooting or a justifiable homicide, large numbers of advocates for gun control and opponents against the issue arise. Indeed, the politics of gun control and the rights of gun ownership inspire heated and emotional debates throughout the nation."
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